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DnD 5e Puzzle Adventure Guide: Build Puzzles

Building a unique puzzle in DnD 5e can be daunting.  However, when we break down common adventure puzzles, we can figure out the nuts and bolts of these fun encounters. To build a unique puzzle in Dungeons and Dragons 5e, consider these tricks and fundamentals: …

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Guide to Building a Druid Circle of the Land DnD 5e

To build a druid of the Circle of the Land in DnD 5e, consider the following: Choose a race with a Wisdom modifier, followed by Constitution or Intelligence Understand the basic druid build and plan to be a spellcaster Spells should be versatile with field …

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Princess Mononoke Wolves, Forest Spirits and Mythology

In 1997, Studio Ghibli and director Hayao Miyazaki released the epic, supernatural story Princess Mononoke.  Pulling from familiar Japanese folklore, mythology and Shintoism, Miyazaki creates his own fairy tale with stunning animation and giant wolf gods.  These wolves are crucial to the crux of the …

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DnD 5e Western Cowboy Campaign and Best Character Builds

Cowboy campaigns can be fascinating territory to explore with D&D 5e.  The American Western is rarely blended with fantasy, so there’s room to explore creatively.  However, we can look at the examples we do have, such as Stephen King’s Dark Tower series, Indiana Jones, or …

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Guide to Frog Monsters: Dungeons and Dragons 5e

The best frog monsters for Dungeons and Dragons 5e are: Bullywug Froghemoth Giant Frog Hezrou Slaadi Troglodyte Frog monsters can be found across many different Dungeons and Dragons 5e environments and pose a unique threat to the party.  From poisonous skin and gas to sticky, …

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DnD 5e Pirate Campaign Best Character Builds

For a DnD 5e pirate campaign, remember these elements and character/story tropes: Know the rules of Renaissance era tech Consider the world build Create story beats of revenge, treasure hunting and/or exploration The Sword Fighter Treasure Hunter Tempest Sailor Ghost Pirate A pirate campaign has …

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Guide to Immersive World Building: Writing RPG and Stories

Immersive world building comes down to one goal: bring the audience into the story, especially in genres like sci fi and fantasy.  This means making the audience believe your characters are inhabiting a real world. Watch this video on YouTube Consider these elements while worldbuilding …

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How to Build an RPG Campaign: DnD 5e, Pathfinder, Starfinder,

The basics of building a Dungeons and Dragons 5e campaign are as follows: Understand the fundamentals of storytelling, but don’t plan for a linear storyline. Lead your players with achievable goals and treasure. Input your players’ backstories into the campaign. Practice the art of improv. …

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